Marker Beacon An electronic navigation facility transmitting a 75 MHz vertical fan or boneshaped radiation pattern. Marker beacons are identified by their modulation frequency and keying code, and when received by compatible airborne equipment, indicate to the pilot, both aurally...
Aero Linx: International Association of Missionary Aviation (IAMA) International Association of Missionary Aviation (IAMA) is comprised of individuals, schools and ministry organizations. We seek to encourage a spirit of collaboration and cooperation between organizations as they serve Christ around the...
Chaff Thin, narrow metallic reflectors of various lengths and frequency responses, used to reflect radar energy. These reflectors, when dropped from aircraft and allowed to drift downward, result in large targets on the radar display.
"I am honored to work alongside the U.S. Coast Guard and Houston PD in advancing aviation safety and proficiency.By harnessing the advanced level of understanding and power of advanced avionics technology, we can empower pilots with the tools they need...
Blocked Phraseology used to indicate that a radio transmission has been distorted or interrupted due to multiple simultaneous radio transmissions.
Back-Taxi A term used by air traffic controllers to taxi an aircraft on the runway opposite to the traffic flow. The aircraft may be instructed to back-taxi to the beginning of the runway or at some point before reaching the...
Aero Linx: The 1-26 Association (Schweizer) The Association is formed for the purpose of stimulating interest in, and promoting the sport of soaring in the Schweizer 1-26 sailplane; to establish standards for competition in the 1-26; to establish categories for...
The Pilot Under Instruction Was “Under The Hood” Conducting An Instrument Approach On February 27, 2024, at 1622 eastern standard time, a Cirrus Design Corp SR20, N485DA, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Sanford, Florida....
From 2016 (YouTube Version): The CAF Salutes Women Air Force Service Pilots in a New Commemorative Program… While at EAA AirVenture 2016, ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, came across a story that needs to be told and that’s what...
Extra Time Allotted for Job Searchers The Career Fair will be held from April 9th to the 14th from 0900 to 1700 hrs every day. Things just keep getting bigger, too, with more exhibitors and booths than ever. Originally, the...